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September 24, 2025

Plastics in anaesthesia and critical care: beyond sustainability

Key Points

Microplastics pose significant health risks and environmental concerns in anaesthesia and critical care settings.
A growing body of evidence indicates that microplastics are prevalent in IV infusion fluids, raising safety questions for patients.
Addressing microplastic contamination requires systemic changes across healthcare practices and medical device manufacturing.
This editorial highlights the urgent need for sustainable practices to mitigate plastic-related hazards in anaesthesia.

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AnaesthesiaEarly View Editorial Plastics in anaesthesia and critical care: beyond sustainability Krishma Adatia, Corresponding Author Krishma Adatia email protected orcid.org/0000-0001-8877-071X @KrishmaAdatia University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK Correspondence to: Krishma Adatia Email: email protectedSearch for more papers by this author Krishma Adatia, Corresponding Author Krishma Adatia email protected orcid.org/0000-0001-8877-071X @KrishmaAdatia University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK Correspondence to: Krishma Adatia Email: email protectedSearch for more papers by this author First published: 24 September 2025 https://doi.org/10.1111/anae.70014 University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK Bluesky: @krishmaadatia.bsky.social Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. 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